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SB 2966

Capital Expense Fund; FY2026 appropriation to Town of Benoit for water and sewer improvement project.

2025 Regular Session

Mississippi bill would fund Benoit water and sewer improvements through state capital appropriation; died in committee without advancing.

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Bill Summary · SB 2966

Legislative bill overview

SB 2966 would appropriate state capital funds to the Town of Benoit, Mississippi for water and sewer infrastructure improvements during fiscal year 2026. The bill died in committee on February 26, 2025, after being referred to the Appropriations Committee on February 12, 2025.

Why is this important

Water and sewer infrastructure improvements directly affect public health, environmental compliance, and property values in the recipient community. State capital appropriations are competitive, and funding decisions reflect priorities for infrastructure investment across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: The bill summary provides no dollar amount, specific project scope, or justification, making it difficult to assess whether this represents efficient use of state funds
  • Local vs. state funding responsibility: Questions may arise about why municipal infrastructure should receive state capital funds rather than relying on local bonds, user fees, or federal grants
  • Geographic equity: Other municipalities may contest whether Benoit's project merits state funding compared to competing infrastructure needs statewide

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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